Twitter reacts to Broncos opening season on the road vs. Chiefs on 'MNF'

TL;DR

The Denver Broncos will open their season on the road against the Kansas City Chiefs on September 14 at Arrowhead Stadium. This marks the first time the Broncos start a season away against the Chiefs, who are welcoming back quarterback Patrick Mahomes after his injury.

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Game scheduled for September 14 at Arrowhead Stadium
First time Broncos start season away against Chiefs
Mahomes' return may impact game dynamics

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It's official: After a schedule announcement on Tuesday morning that the Denver Broncos will face off against the Kansas City Chiefs in the *Monday Night Football* opener, the only question that was unanswered was the "Where?" Now, that question has been answered: Denver will open their season on the road at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on Sept. 14. This will be the first time the Broncos will start the year on the road against their longtime division rivals. The Broncos won both games against the Chiefs last fall, and this game may serve as the welcome-back party for Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes after a serious knee injury ended his season late in 2025. If that's the case, and both teams are at full strength, this game may serve as the measuring stick for who has the inside track on the AFC West race in 2026. Here's a sampling of how Twitter/X reacted to the location for the opener.

There we go. It’s in Kansas City. I love it. KC in September over December any day of the week. Also Mahomes return should be at home. And if I’m the Broncos, I’d rather have the second game be at home when it could be for the AFC West title.

— Romi Bean (@Romi\_Bean) May 12, 2026 There's a first time for everything...

The Broncos and Chiefs have played 132 times, dating back more than 60 years.

Denver has NEVER opened its season on the road against the Chiefs.

"Monday Night Football" at Arrowhead will be the first time the Broncos open the year in KC.

— Aric DiLalla (@AricDiLalla) May 12, 2026 #Broncos announce their Monday Night Football opener against the #Chiefs will be at Arrowhead.

Q&A

When do the Broncos play the Chiefs in 2026?

The Broncos will play the Chiefs on September 14, 2026.

What is significant about the Broncos opening the season against the Chiefs?

This is the first time the Broncos have opened their season on the road against the Chiefs in their long rivalry.

How did Twitter react to the Broncos' season opener location?

Reactions varied, with some fans expressing excitement about playing in Kansas City early in the season, while others felt the game should have been at home.

What impact does Patrick Mahomes' return have on the Broncos vs. Chiefs game?

Mahomes' return could significantly influence the game's outcome, as he is a key player for the Chiefs after recovering from a serious knee injury.